A work week with a Daytona

[mrscuderia]

Aesthetically the Daytona is beautiful, just a timeless piece and a great investment.

Although not many will share my opinion but I just find it not really legible sometimes but I picked up the Daytona, well because it's a Daytona.

Will I enjoy my time with the watch however long that may be? Yes absolutely I will. Even just looking at it sit in a box is fun.

Will I recoup or possible make more money should I decide to sell? You bet your a** I will but thats not why we should buy watches. Definitely a plus though.

If I had the chance to go back in time and change my decisions would I? No the Daytona is a great watch although it may not be for me. The chronograph function will never see the light of day, and I can barely tell the time on it sometimes or maybe it's just my aging eyes.

Bare with me as it's my first review and I'm not sure how to go about it, didn't want to dive in and talk about movement or how it compares to other pieces. Just wanted a short honest opinion on my experience with this piece.



Sent from my EML-L09 using Tapatalk

[42itus]

It wears really well on you.

[alpharulez]

Originally Posted by mrscuderia

Aesthetically the Daytona is beautiful, just a timeless piece and a great investment.

Although not many will share my opinion but I just find it not really legible sometimes but I picked up the Daytona, well because it's a Daytona.

Will I enjoy my time with the watch however long that may be? Yes absolutely I will. Even just looking at it sit in a box is fun.

Will I recoup or possible make more money should I decide to sell? You bet your a** I will but thats not why we should buy watches. Definitely a plus though.

If I had the chance to go back in time and change my decisions would I? No the Daytona is a great watch although it may not be for me. The chronograph function will never see the light of day, and I can barely tell the time on it sometimes or maybe it's just my aging eyes.

Bare with me as it's my first review and I'm not sure how to go about it, didn't want to dive in and talk about movement or how it compares to other pieces. Just wanted a short honest opinion on my experience with this piece.



Sent from my EML-L09 using Tapatalk

Is the visibility/readability struggle with the sub dials or the main hands and indices?


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

[mrscuderia]

Originally Posted by alpharulez

Is the visibility/readability struggle with the sub dials or the main hands and indices?


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Main hand indices during the day, I try to work in a naturally lit room as much as possible. More often than not I had a hard time reading the time.

[alpharulez]

Originally Posted by mrscuderia

Main hand indices during the day, I try to work in a naturally lit room as much as possible. More often than not I had a hard time reading the time.

I hear you.

The ceramic white dial version is a lot better.

The YG/RG versions are the best from a readability standpoint for me personally.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

[mrscuderia]

Originally Posted by 42itus

It wears really well on you.

Thanks! Very low profile watch in general wears very nice on just about anyone and I'm a big guy 220lbs 6'0

[42itus]

Originally Posted by mrscuderia

Thanks! Very low profile watch in general wears very nice on just about anyone and I'm a big guy 220lbs 6'0

Haha. Versatile watch. I’m 5’7” 150 and it looks alright on me as well.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[1William]

I am glad you enjoy your Daytona. It is a great watch.

[RonMel]

Just received my 116500LN today - 55 YO white face - PANDA style and I agree with you - my Submariner is much easier to read but i have longed for this watch for well over a decade....best of luck to you on your journey and hope you get used to it.

[synrrgy]

The Daytona is one of my favorite Rolex models and am waiting to get my hands on a Panda. Thanks for the writeup.

[drei]

Looks great to my eyes

[BNA/LION]

Feels great on the wrist a wears so comfortable...

[StellarisCollection]

Beautiful watch, would love to see more pictures!

[Bazil]

Soooooooooo comfy to wear …

[brandrea]

Glad you’re enjoying it. That’s what this hobby is all about

[Watchmorestressless]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

Since you won't use the chrono, you can use the chrono seconds hand as a time zone reminder when traveling. Put it ahead or behind from the 12:00 position to remind you how many hours ahead of or behind you are from a different location.

[PaulF]

Beautiful watch. I'd keep it as part of your collection. I have a Daytona that I wear often, my Submariner is my daily.

[keeso]

Originally Posted by alpharulez

Is the visibility/readability struggle with the sub dials or the main hands and indices?


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

A timeless beauty and a solid investment value you have right there. It suits you perfectly.

[TheHulk]

Put those bracelets on the other wrist or away all together and you’re set. The watch is stand alone IMO

[lee_733]

Sometimes practicality and functionality aren't the most important traits in a watch. As long as it makes you feel good and happy, that is all that matters!